The First 20 Hours

How to Learn Anything . . . Fast!

By Josh Kaufman | Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group

About the book

What if it’s possible to learn the basics of any new skill in 20 hours or less?
Research suggests it takes 10,000 hours to master a new skill, and the earliest hours are always the most frustrating. That’s why it’s so difficult to learn a new language, play an instrument, hit a golf ball, or shoot great photos.


Josh Kaufman offers a better way. His systematic approach to rapid skill acquisition shows you how to deconstruct complex skills, maximize productive practice, and remove common learning barriers. By completing just 20 hours of focused, deliberate practice you can pick up the basics in record time… and

have more fun along the way.

Editions of The First 20 Hours

Hardcover
ISBN 9781591845553
Paperback
ISBN 9781591846949
EBook
ISBN 9781101623046

Read an Excerpt

What if it’s possible to learn the basics of any new skill in 20 hours or less?
Research suggests it takes 10,000 hours to master a new skill, and the earliest hours are always the most frustrating. That’s why it’s so difficult to learn a new language, play an instrument, hit a golf ball, or shoot great photos.


Josh Kaufman offers a better way. His systematic approach to rapid skill acquisition shows you how to deconstruct complex skills, maximize productive practice, and remove common learning barriers. By completing just 20 hours of focused, deliberate practice you can pick up the basics in record time… and

have more fun along the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The First 20 Hours about?

What if it’s possible to learn the basics of any new skill in 20 hours or less?
Research suggests it takes 10,000 hours to master a new skill, and the earliest hours are always the most frustrating. That’s why it’s so difficult to learn a new language, play an instrument, hit a golf ball, or shoot great photos.


Josh Kaufman offers a better way. His systematic approach to rapid skill acquisition shows you how to deconstruct complex skills, maximize productive practice, and remove common learning barriers. By completing just 20 hours of focused, deliberate practice you can pick up the basics in record time… and

have more fun along the way.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The First 20 Hours?

Health, Relationships and Personal development > Self-help, personal development and practical advice

Where can I read a sample of The First 20 Hours?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781591845553

Who is/are the Author/s of the book The First 20 Hours?

Josh Kaufman

Who is the Publisher of the book The First 20 Hours?

Penguin Publishing Group

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

The First 20 Hours is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781591845553) and paperback(ISBN 9781591846949) and ebook(ISBN 9781101623046)

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